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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Stevens not allow himself to do regarding Lord Darlington?

2. What does Stevens try to get Miss Kenton to understand?

3. What event does Stevens recall as he waits for Miss Kenton?

4. How does Stevens react to Lisa's actions?

5. Miss Kenton passes off those letters as __________________________.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the technique of flashback used extensively in this book. Describe some situations that can be considered flashbacks. Why are they flashbacks? What are the benefits of using flashbacks?

Essay Topic 2

Explain why the resignation of Lisa is so wounding to Miss Kenton. How did Lisa betray Miss Kenton's trust? Why does Miss Kenton think Lisa is foolish? Why is Miss Kenton secretly jealous of Lisa?

Essay Topic 3

Stevens learns his profession from his father who was also a butler. How has the profession defined the relationship between father and son? What good has come of the mutual profession? What sadness has come from it? Explain.

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